Montana Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Montana
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 70 hours of approved pre-licensing education within 24 months of application.
Required Courses (60 hours total):
- • 70 hours of approved pre-licensing education
Pre-licensing education must be completed within 24 months prior to application.
State Examination
Exam Name
Montana Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
113 questions (80 national, 33 state), intermixed, 3.5 hours
Passing Score
70% overall
Exam Fee
$92
Retake Policy: Can retake upon failure; exam valid for 12 months. Online proctored option available.
Background Check
Type: Criminal background check
Cost: $30
Sponsoring Broker
Must be employed or under contract with a licensed broker with supervising broker endorsement
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $92 |
| Application Fee | $80 |
| Fingerprinting | $30 |
| Total Fees | $202 |
Total includes $80 application, $92 exam, and approximately $30 background check.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 1 years
Renewal Fee
$80
CE Required
12 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
12 hours of continuing education annually through Board-approved courses
License Reciprocity
Montana does not have formal reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees should contact the Board for requirements.
Montana Board of Realty Regulation
- Official Website
- (406) 444-2961
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires salesperson experience plus additional broker education and exam
- • 2 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12